Scafell Sky Race

Scafell Sky Race

Saturday, 6 June 2026

Great Langdale, Lakes District, UK

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The Scafell Sky Race on 6 June 2026 is a mountain trail run traversing some of the most challenging trails in the central Lake District.

This event involves 40km of mountain terrain running with 2800m of ascent on technical single-track trails from start to finish. The circular route allows you to run from the centre of the Great Langdale Valley, over Lakeland Fells and through Lakeland Valleys, whilst you summit England’s highest mountain on route and traverse some of the most challenging trails in the region.

The Scafell Sky Race is a Lake District journey that will test the speed and endurance of experienced and aspiring mountain runners.

Organiser

Lake District Sky Trails

Series

Skyrunner® UK & Ireland Series
- Next in series (18 July 2026)
- Previous in series (11 October 2025)

Distances/Events

40K / 2800m elevation

Location map

Race HQ is based in front of the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel.

Please note: the map location may be approximate. Refer to the event website for start lines and course maps.

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This listing was last manually checked on 8 September 2025.

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